ITR Filing 2025 7 Must-Have Docs Before Sept 15

 

New Delhi, July 22, 2025 – With India’s income tax filing deadline extended to September 15, 2025, taxpayers must gather critical documents now to avoid last-minute errors. Here’s your essential checklist for seamless ITR submission:

1. Core IDs

PAN card (Aadhaar-linked)
Bank passbooks/IFSC codes (for refunds)

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2. Tax Certificates

Form 16 (salary TDS) + Form 16A (non-salary TDS)
Form 26AS (consolidated tax statement)

3. AIS/TIS Reports

Download Annual Information Statement (AIS) and Taxpayer Info Summary (TIS) from e-filing portal to verify income/deductions.

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4. Investment Proofs

Section 80C/D/E receipts (PPF, insurance, education loan)
Home loan interest certificates + rent agreements

5. Capital Gains Docs

Brokerage statements (equity/MF sales)
Property sale deeds + buyback details

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6. Foreign Asset Records

Overseas bank statements
Form 67 (DTAA relief claims)

7. Audit History

Past ITRs + Audit reports (Form 3CB-3CD/3CEB)

Pro Tip: Cross-verify Form 16 with AIS/26AS to catch TDS mismatches before filing ITR-2/ITR-3.

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Prefilled Data Errors: AIS discrepancies common in dividends/interest income
Refund Delays: Incomplete docs stall processing
Avoid Penalties: Post-deadline filings attract ₹5,000/month fines

“Missing just one Form 16A can trigger scrutiny notices. Verify all TDS credits early!”
– CA Rohan Mehta, Tax Consultant

Disclaimer:

This article provides general guidance only. Consult a certified tax advisor for personalized advice. The Income Tax Department’s e-filing portal (incometax.gov.in) is the official resource for filing.